Presidental hopeful Beto O'Rourke in the Midlands meeting with mayor, students
Presidential candidates are not an uncommon site in South Carolina as the First-in-the-South primary draws near.
Politics
Russia probe over, Mueller hands over report to DOJ
WASHINGTON (AP) — Special counsel Robert Mueller on Friday turned over his long-awaited final report on the contentious Russia investigation that has cast a dark shadow over Donald Trump’s presidency, entangled Trump’s family and resulted in criminal charges against some…
The City of Sumter wants to hear from you on downtown development
Sumter, SC (WOLO) ---- The City of Sumter is asking for public input on what plans you would like to see as part of the Sumter Master Plan. Beginning April…
Presidential hopeful O'Rourke has sights set on Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Fresh off of raising more than 6 million dollars in one day, one of the rising stars of the Democratic party will be in Columbia Friday March 22, 2019.…
Presidential hopeful Cory Booker set on his third return to SC this weekend
Cory Booker will return to South Carolina on Saturday, March 23 for his third visit since announcing his candidacy for president in February.
Lawmakers strengthening pitch for NFL team through bill
South Carolina lawmakers are taking steps to lure the Carolina Panthers to move their practice facility and operations across the North Carolina state line by introducing legislation that would provide tax credits and incentives to professional sports teams.
VP Pence set to visit SC as Senator Lindsey Graham seeks re-election
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36th annual Fire Service Legislative Day event at State House
South Carolina State Firefighters Association is hosting it's 36th annual Fire Service Legislative Day at the State House today.
Presidential candidate Julián Castro campaigns in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Former U.S. Housing Secretary and now presidential candidate Julián Castro campaigned in the capital city Sunday. Castro held a meet and greet at the Charles Boykins Law Office, where he talked…
While other states debate abortion bans, S Carolina sits out
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - While nearby states are acting quickly to move more restrictive abortion laws through their legislatures, South Carolina lawmakers have barely touched the issue so far in 2019. Lawmakers have introduced at least nine different abortion bills…
Presidential candidate Cory Booker is dating Rosario Dawson, she confirms
The 2020 Democratic field may have gained a contender Thursday with Beto O'Rourke -- but it officially lost an eligible bachelor in Cory Booker. Actress and activist Rosario Dawson confirmed Thursday…
Richland County deputies searching for man wanted for shoplifting, burglary incident
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff's Department is seeking the public's help in finding a suspect wanted on charges for strong arm robbery and burglary. On February 2, deputies responded to the Walmart at 10060 Two Notch Road…
SC lawmakers continue to make adjustments to education bill
South Carolina lawmakers continue to review legislation that is set to overhaul the state's education system.
Reading readiness discussed during education overhaul debate
[gtxvideo vid='WLovjw8D' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WLovjw8D.jpg' vtitle='Reading readiness discussed during education overhaul debate'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - State senators discussed the overhaul of the state's education system Wednesday (3/13). Members of the State Education Subcommittee met to discuss the state's reading curriculum. The…
SC lawmakers approve second reading for $9 billion spending plan
South Carolina lawmakers have voted this morning for a second reading of the $9 billion spending budget for the Palmetto State.
National Politics
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